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MOOCs and Open Education is a book that articulates topics having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are providing the means for humans in nations all around the world to take classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are commonly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that learning technology organizations are dealing with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is all right? How can learners assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Pennsylvania State University to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

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